Editorial Guidelines
At Hindustan Herald, our credibility depends on our commitment to truth, accuracy, and fairness. Every piece of content we publish from breaking news to long-form analysis follows these core principles.
1. Accuracy and Verification
- Every fact, statistic, and quote is verified through credible primary or secondary sources before publication.
- We attribute information to reliable sources and avoid anonymous sourcing unless it is essential for public interest.
- If new information emerges that changes a story, we update it promptly and clearly note the change.
2. Fairness and Balance
- We present multiple perspectives on any contentious issue.
- Our reporting avoids prejudice based on race, religion, gender, or political affiliation.
- Opinion pieces are clearly marked as such and do not influence news coverage.
3. Independence
- Our editorial team operates independently from our advertising and business departments.
- Sponsorship or commercial partnerships never dictate editorial decisions.
4. Transparency and Accountability
- We disclose potential conflicts of interest in our coverage.
- We encourage reader feedback and correction requests via our Contact page.
5. Ethical Sourcing
- We respect copyright laws and only use media assets we own, license, or have permission to publish.
- When using AI-assisted tools, we apply human editorial oversight and fact-checking to all generated content.
6. Privacy and Sensitivity
- We protect the identities of sources where disclosure could cause harm.
- We avoid publishing graphic or harmful content unless it is essential for the public interest and is clearly labeled with warnings.
Our Promise to Readers
We recognize the responsibility that comes with delivering news. Our goal is to serve our audience with integrity and ensure our journalism upholds the highest professional standards.
For questions about our editorial process, please contact: [email protected]